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Anne and Kevin discuss Joe Catalano's recent show AM Quincy with two attorneys, Tom Montminy, and Jocelyn Sedney, regarding the Granite Links 99-year lease and why the proposed lease is not a good deal for Quincy.Joe Catalano's AM Quincy show with Tom and Jocelyn. Please give it a view!

Anne and Kevin discuss Councilor Phelan's resolve regarding the Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre and the administration's overreaction to Anne's comments at a recent city council meeting.Friends of Ruth Gordon Amphitheatre Facebook Page with official bid documentsEntire City Council Meeting VideoPart 2 Coming Soon!

Anne and Kevin discuss the contract dispute between the Quincy School Committee (Mayor Koch) and the Quincy Education Association. Kevin also reads Listener Mail!Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the administration's PLAN to fill in the Ruth Gordon Amphitheater. It's a long one! Kevin also reads some listener mail.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the administration's changing story on which funds were used to purchase the 6-10 McGrath Highway building and a somewhat contentious meeting for the Lone Sailor statue. Kevin also reads listener mail.Facts are Stubborn Things; featuring the Not Ready For Anytime Players.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.comCityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne & Kevin discuss the City Council's February 13th ordinance meeting and public forum regarding the proposed 99-year lease with Quarry Hills Associates (Granite Links Golf Club).

Anne and Kevin talk about the Mayor's State of the City address, Anne's resolve on 6-10 McGrath Highway and then Kevin reads a lot of listener mail.Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of silvermansound.comSound effects from Zapsplat.com

Anne and Kevin discuss the city's latest plan to appeal regarding the ownership of the Adams Academy building and its land, the city's recent purchase of 6-10 McGrath Highway with ARPA funds (or DIF funds?), and appeal to residents to call their Councillors with questions regarding the 99-year lease with Granite Links.

Season 3! Anne and Kevin mention their visit to the "Embrace" statue in Boston Common and MLK Day, which naturally leads to a discussion about Quincy's efforts over the last two years to fill the Social Justice and Equity position. Anne also shares her views on the tax rate, the proposed 99-year lease with Granite Links, the EPA Consent Decree, and the Building Department's report to City Council.

Anne & Kevin discuss the recent decision by the Norfolk County Superior Court, declaring The Adams Temple & School Fund (The Adam's Trust) the legal owner of 8 Adams Street - The Adams Academy, including the land and the building.

Happy Thanksgiving! Anne and Kevin attempt to unstuff some of the issues regarding the proposed 100-year lease with Granite Links Golf Club, including the length of the lease, traffic issues, walking trails, and if the city is negotiating a good deal for Quincy residents. They then briefly discuss Anne's request for department project updates, and Kevin tries to uncover the disappearing bacon (pancetta) from Anne's Thanksgiving Brussels sprouts dish. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his artwork.

Anne and Kevin discuss the Administration's request for $23 million more for the public safety headquarters and the Abigail Adams' monument unveiling, and Kevin tries to read listener mail. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss her resolution for updates on City Projects, the corresponding article in the Quincy Sun and the Mayor's response. They also congratulate the https://quincycan.org/ (Quincy Climate Action Network) on their 10 year anniversary. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

A "No Way ZBA" companion pod! As promised here is Mimi Connolly's timeline of the ongoing 105 Sea St. Saga. If you want to get involved and help preserve Quincy's rich neighborhoods please visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/1119961078953106/ (Quincy: Better For Everyone).

After a hiatus, Anne and Kevin return to talk about the recent ZBA meeting concerning 105 Sea St., an oversized development with connections to city hall. Kevin also reads listener mail. Please check back for a thorough timeline of this saga by neighbor Mimi Connolly. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin talk about the loss of her beloved dad and also discuss the approval of the 19 MILLION dollar animal shelter. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin give updates on the Abigail Adams statue and The Pine Hill $16.4 million dollar renovation They then turn their attention to the Forbes Hill Park and Furnace Brook Golf Course issue. Kevin also reads listener mail. If you would like to help out the Friend of Forbes Hill Park group and/or sign their petition send them an email at SaveForbesHillPark@gmail.com or join their https://www.facebook.com/groups/570548824682704 (Facebook group). Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin cover the recent in-person city council finance meeting for the $16.4 million expansion of Pine Hill Cemetery.

Anne and Kevin cover the recent "Rally to Return Abigail Statue" event from Saturday, March 26th, and Kevin reads listener mail. Kevin would like to apologize for forgetting "Mimi" Balsamo's name as the other lead gardener (volunteer) at the Thomas Crane Public Library. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin continue with a list of all the city's ongoing projects. This part of the list includes Merrymount Park, The Maritime Center, Pine Hills Cemetery, and St. Mary's School. Anne and Kevin pay tribute to a dear friend, Kelly Cobble, who recently passed away and ask you to keep her and her family in your thoughts.

Anne and Kevin make a list of all the city's ongoing projects but only get halfway through it. This list includes projects funded with Covid funds (The Munroe Building, a Marina, the Verc building, and a house in West Quincy) and bonded projects, including 74 Greenleaf St., the Adam's Presidential Museum, Furnace Brook Golf Course, a new animal shelter, police station and more. Please check back soon for Part B!

Anne and Kevin discuss the recent Civil Service Commission decision against the city, reveal a juicy rumor (especially if you like paying higher taxes) and read listener mail.

Anne and Kevin discuss how the Quincy Employee Pension Fund lost 3.5 Million in an email phishing scam. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

It's our second season! Anne and Kevin play a little catch up discussing issues that surfaced while away. These include Fox Rock's changed plans, Councillor's new request for a social justice and equity department, the council's need for their own attorney, the mayor's recent comments about Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, and former councilor Brad Croall's need for a kidney. Kevin also reads listener mail. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

In the last episode of City Limit's first season, Kevin and Anne discuss their Christmas Day, revisit last year's major topics in the City of Quincy and thank the listeners and some of the people who helped us along the way. Happy New Year everybody. We appreciate you!

Kevin and Anne talk about the Zoning Board of Appeals meeting held on Tuesday, December 14th. Anne talks about her vote on the tax rate and Kevin's let's listeners know about free covid tests the city will be distributing.

Anne and Kevin discuss Ward 4's first tree lighting, recent articles regarding Quincy School's race issues, and the Mayor's holiday surprise for city workers. They also alert you to a couple of important city meetings regarding a development on Sea St. and the setting of the tax rate. Public Hearing – Tax Rate: Monday, Dec 13th @ 6:30pm, https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88259400170?pwd=UE02V0dRd3NjL0pDNFVhQWIxZUxGdz09 (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88259400170?pwd=UE02V0dRd3NjL0pDNFVhQWIxZUxGdz09) JVC SEA STREET LLC for a VARIANCE: Tuesday, Dec 14th @ 5:30pm, https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82778577382?pwd=K2p2ZFJ0QWYrSXNYYWpSUldQNjZoZz09 Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin feast on the issues of the day in Quincy. They begin with the Mayor's recent comments about the Quincy Public Schools racial incidents and then turn their attention to The City Solicitor's (Kevin misspoke when he said it was the solicitor's brother!) proposed Sea St. development. They also discuss The Furnace Brook Golf Course, Foxrock's ever-changing development, the teacher's contract, and Kevin reads Listener Mail. I'm stuffed! Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the recent racial issues in Quincy Public Schools, the kids taking to the streets to draw attention to their situation in Quincy High School, and the school administration and the Mayor's administration's thoughts on how to handle it. Website shared from Kim: https://www.nspra.org/files/docs/SENGER_Social_Media_Schools-web.pdf (National School Public Relations Association) Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne give some post election thoughts, discuss a blog post on the Imperial Terrace site and remember former Mayor and friend, Frank McCauley. Joe Murphy's Blog Post https://www.votejoemurphy.com/blog/105sea?fbclid=IwAR0Kc1ehqdw4gsLVz0x_HG9TRG9eZuwQDpnIvLpVkRkpgqVraPRVJ9ScrL0 (Quincy Imperial Rule Continues) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne plead with listeners to get out and vote early, or on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 2nd. Anne unearths some new ARPA funding concerns and she gives us some final "Tales from the Trail". Get out there and vote! Pumpkin Spice Festival: Saturday October 30th, 11 AM -5 PM, Bishop Field behind Montclair School. https://www.quincyma.gov/govt/depts/city_clerk/election/polling_places.htm (Your polling places) Listener Mail, Tails from the Trail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne discuss a recent School Committee Meeting, Open Forum discussion, Councillor Palmucci's resolve for a FoxRock update and further delays for a new animal shelter. Kevin reads Listener Mail and lets folks know what he thinks about pumpkin spice. Pumpkin Spice Festival: Saturday October 30th, 11 AM -5 PM, Bishop Field behind Montclair School. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRv7EjjwYBI (Sweet – Fox on the Run) Just play it! Listener Mail, Tails from the Trail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (Sound effects from )https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne discuss the Ledger's recent story "A tale of two Quincys: Unbridled growth in a city rich with history" by Joe Difazio and Mayor Koch's recent podcast regarding the development and Kevin reads a "Listener Mail" letter about the same subject. https://www.patriotledger.com/in-depth/news/2021/10/04/quincy-unbridled-development-city-known-historical-character/5475312001/ (The Ledger Article:) A tale of two Quincys: Unbridled growth in a city rich with history. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin talk about the Mayor's recent QATV interview regarding spending, discuss other communities' outreach for public input on spending Covid funds and Kevin reads some listener mail comments. Annual Foodtruck and Music Festival is this weekend, Saturday, October 2nd. For more details visit https://discoverquincy.com/events/quincys-annual-food-truck-music-festival/ (discoverquincy.com.) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the first City Council meeting, the recent preliminary election results, a reunion of Quincy Hospital workers and Kevin reads a short "Listener Mail" letter. Porchfest Quincy is this weekend, Saturday, September 25th. Check out the acts at porchfestquincy.org. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin remember September 11, 20 years ago and discuss the weekend's events including the General's Bridge and Park dedication and the "Evening with the Generals" gala in front of City Hall. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.) *Kevin mispronounces "Liqueur."

Kevin and Anne discuss a couple of land acquisitions that were driven by people in the neighborhoods, not the administration. Kevin also reads "Listener Mail" and Anne lets us in on some stories from the campaign trail. Listener Mail, Tails from the Trail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne discuss the recent School Committee meeting, air a new segment, "Tales from the Trail," and let you know the entertainment at this week's "Saturdays in the Park" event. http://www.wollastonhill.com/events/2021/8/7/saturdays-in-the-park-pcmng-6a23t (Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association) "Saturdays in the Park" Series A Parent/Guardian Information Meeting will be held via Zoom Webinar on Thursday, August 26 at 5:00 pm:  https://quincypublicschools.zoom.us/j/85263463744?pwd=UzZBNVRoN3h5bnZqYm85OVpFL1g1QT09 (https://quincypublicschools.zoom.us/j/85263463744?pwd=UzZBNVRoN3h5bnZqYm85OVpFL1g1QT09)  Passcode: 634130  There will be a presentation of information about Quincy Public Schools COVID-19 safety protocols, including pooled testing and positive case responses. Following the presentation, there will be a question-and-answer period with the audience submitting questions via the chat feature. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne discuss Norfolk County Treasurer Michael Bellotti's decision to withdraw from the City Council race and closely examine and reveal the actual timeline of the administration's Town River Marina purchase with covid funds. Kevin also reads "Listener Mail" and lets listeners know about Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association's fun event – "Saturday in the Park." http://www.wollastonhill.com/events/2021/8/7/saturdays-in-the-park-pcmng-6a23t (Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association) "Saturdays in the Park" Series Our https://city-limits.captivate.fm/episode/contentious-com (episode) on the proposed development on Jewett Street. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne do their best to recap the contentious Conservation Commission meeting regarding Jewett Street and then give you a quick update on the administration's shopping spree of land purchases with covid funds. Kevin also reads "Listener Mail" and lets listeners know about Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association's fun event – "Saturday in the Park" and the 34th Annual August Moon Festival in Quincy Center. https://www.wollastonhill.com/events/2021/8/7/saturdays-in-the-park (Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association) Saturdays in the Park Series https://quincyasianresources.org/august-moon-festival-2021 (August Moon Festival) ZBA-21-17 BON CHUBUEZE for a VARIANCE/FINDING to construct a two-family home on the lot using a flow-through foundation and driveway pavers on the premises numbered 15 JEWETT STREET, QUINCY. Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/96392127320?pwd=RnpoQmtScFdtMmYydUQwd08wTWlhQT09 (https://zoom.us/j/96392127320?pwd=RnpoQmtScFdtMmYydUQwd08wTWlhQT09) Meeting ID: 963 9212 7320 Passcode: Quincy. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

August is here and Kevin and Anne turn their attention to the local political race and the teacher's contract negotiations. Kevin also reads "Listener Mail" and lets listeners know about Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association's fun event – "Saturday in the Park". https://www.wollastonhill.com/events/2021/8/7/saturdays-in-the-park (Wollaston Hill Neighborhood Association) The conservation commission meeting regarding 15 Jewett Street. If you agree, please attend the commission's next meeting, where the request will be discussed, on Wednesday, August 4 at 5:30 pm. Zoom: https://bit.ly/quincycc (bit.ly/quincycc); meeting ID: 936 5820 6699; passcode: Quincy (or dial (646) 558-8656; same meeting ID; passcode: 008219). Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin are back from a mini-vacation and discuss recent stories in Quincy news. These stories include the administration declaring a public process to determine the future of the Munroe Building, Pine Island Bridge being formally withdrawn, the Town River Marina, and downtown development being only one-third complete. Anne also unearths a new property acquisition with covid money and they let you know about "Picnic at the Park" hosted by the Friends of Faxon Park. Picnic at the Park, Saturday July 31st., 3-6pm at Faxon Park. MEPA recommendations and resident's letters can be viewed https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/EEA/emepa/mepacerts/2021/sc/enf/16371%20ENF%20Merrymount%20Park%20Pedestrian%20Boardwalk%20Project%20Quincy%20compressed.pdf (here). CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Kevin and Anne give an update on Kincaid Park, Southwest Middle School and the Building & Maintenance Department's neglected buildings. Then, they turn their attention to the newly announced Equity and Inclusion Commission and the upcoming election season. CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

It's all about transparency! Kevin and Anne discuss the recent city budget vote and then turn their attention to the city's latest plan of purchasing a marina, to move the USS Salem. Happy 4th of July! MEPA recommendations and resident's letters can be viewed https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/EEA/emepa/mepacerts/2021/sc/enf/16371%20ENF%20Merrymount%20Park%20Pedestrian%20Boardwalk%20Project%20Quincy%20compressed.pdf (here). CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Another heatwave! Anne and Kevin discuss the recent City Council Meeting votes, wade into new project speculation, examine the final vote on the pension bond, discuss a Patriot Ledger story regarding opposition to the Pine Island Bridge, and Kevin reads Listener Mail. Mayor's sound clip from https://www.buzzsprout.com/255320/8762653-city-of-quincy-budget-has-passed-pension-obligation-bond-has-passed-generals-bridge-and-park-adds-to-quincy-s-story (Podcast Quincy). Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the ongoing pension bond discussion, Councillor Phelan voting after recusing himself, Anne's Adam's Academy vote, The Board of Governor's Chairman's comments regarding Quincy College, the Bridge to Pine Island, and touch upon the three new proposed buildings in Quincy Center. Kevin also reads Listener Mail.

Anne and Kevin discuss the Anne's remonstrance regarding the city purchasing the Munroe Building and the administration's reaction. They also discuss Quincy agreeing to spend 100 million on improvements in a settlement with the EPA, the Pine Island "Pedestrian footbridge" and read listener mail. File a complaint with the Inspector General on the Mayor's spending of pandemic funds to purchase a building – 1-800-MISUSED. (647-8733) Press #5. Hours are 9 - 11am Monday & Wed. and 1-3pm Tuesday & Thursday. You can also email them anytime https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/oig/hotline.html? (here). Press the red button labeled "Report Here". Please send comment to MEPA by June 15th. They don't have to be elaborate comments. You can use either MEPA's online portal to https://eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/EEA/PublicComment/Landing/ ("Make a Comment") at MEPA's website, or email your comments directly to Erin Flaherty at Erin.Flaherty@mass.gov and CC: to MEPA@mass.gov. Please be sure to include in the subject line of your email "Merrymount Park Pedestrian Boardwalk Project #16371". Mayor's soundclip from iPhone recording of Joe Catalano's https://www.qatv.org/AMQuincy (AM Quincy) Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the short City Council's recent Finance meeting, continue discussion of the Mayor's proposal to use a $475 million bond to cover Quincy's outstanding unfunded pension liabilities, summarize the Conservation Commission meeting on the proposed bridge to Pine Island, read listener mail and encourage you to attend the QuincyArts, Open House on Sunday, June 13th. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the Mayor's new plan to purchase the Munroe Building with pandemic money, review statements from Podcast Quincy and read listener mail. Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Part 2! Anne and Kevin discuss the Mayor's proposal to use a $475 million bond to cover Quincy's outstanding unfunded pension liabilities, remind listeners of a proposed bridge to Pine Island in Merrymount Park and encourage you to attend the Quincy Pride Festival on Sunday, June 6th. https://www.qprideday.com (Quincy Pride Festival) Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)

Anne and Kevin discuss the administration withdrawing a plan to buy land for Quincy College, read excerpts from a letter from the Boston Public Library, and a bond request of $475 million to fund the city's pension plan. 2 alerts for a proposed billboard in Ward 4 and a proposed bridge to Pine Island in Merrymount Park. Kevin reads listener mail Listener Mail background music by Shane Ivers of https://www.silvermansound.com/ (silvermansound.com) Sound effects from https://www.zapsplat.com/ (Zapsplat.com) CityLimits Artwork | Liam Mahoney. Check out his https://www.lmillustration.com/ (artwork.)